2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 206 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 206 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
